Continuous Improvement Lead: Data-Driven Value Flows

Hitachi Energy; Dammam; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Dammam, Eastern Province, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to optimize data flow across SAP and MES, aligning planning, production, and warehouse activities. You will map end-to-end information flows with Value Stream Mapping, translate data into actionable reports, and drive Lean Six Sigma-based improvements with cross-functional teams and factory leadership.

Proficiency in Minitab, Power BI, Excel and Python will enable you to deliver KPI dashboards, cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 3–5 years of experience in Manufacturing operations, Supply Chain analytics, Operations planning, or industrial performance roles.
• Proven experience in continuous improvement or operations excellence environments.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, 8D, Kaizen).
• Demonstrate strong expertise in Value Stream Mapping (VSM) by leading cross-functional workshops to map and analyze end-to-end information flow across ERP and MES systems.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic (spoken & written).

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional CI initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies (DMAIC, DMADV, 8D).
• Map end-to-end information flows across ERP and MES systems to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Develop, monitor, and report KPIs to support data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Production, and Quality to standardize processes.
• Provide financial justification and business cases for CI projects and capital investments.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Value Stream Mapping

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication (English & Arabic)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Power BI

Python

Excel

Job description

Hitachi Energy in Dammam, Eastern Province, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to optimize data flow across SAP and MES, aligning planning, production, and warehouse activities. You will map end-to-end information flows with Value Stream Mapping, translate data into actionable reports, and drive Lean Six Sigma-based improvements with cross-functional teams and factory leadership.

Proficiency in Minitab, Power BI, Excel and Python will enable you to deliver KPI dashboards, cost